Measles

Measles is a respiratory disease caused by a virus. The disease of measles and the virus that causes it share the same name. The disease is also called rubeola. Measles virus normally grows in the cells that line the back of the throat and lungs.

Measles is highly contagious and can be spread to others from four days before to four days after the rash appears. Measles is so contagious that if one person has it, 90% of the people close to that person who are not immune will also become infected with the measles virus. Learn more about measles

Find your new friend

Looking for a furry face to greet you when you come home? Doesn't matter if you are a dog person or a cat person, your new companion may be waiting for you. Visit the Monterey County Animal Shelter at 160 Hitchcock Road in Salinas, meet the animals. Shelter hours Noon to 5:30 pm, Tuesday through Saturday.

Recent Articles

The first prevalence study of sugary drink consumption among adults, children and adolescents WHAT: Monterey, Santa Cruz and San Benito Health Departments will release regional and county-level data on the beverage consumption of adults, children and adolescents. The new survey includes findings on: How much and what types of beverages children... Read more →

March 8th we turn the clocks forward and say “Hello” to Daylight Saving Time. The Monterey County Health Department would like to remind everyone when setting clocks forward; it is also time to check their emergency preparedness stockpile. On Sunday, March 8th, most people in the United States will set... Read more →

Wednesday March 18, 5:30 pm – 8:00 pm at Hartnell College, Steinbeck Hall, 411 Central Avenue in Salinas A very special screening of The Dark Side of the Full Moon will be held on Wednesday,March 18th at 5:30 pm at Hartnell College’s Steinbeck Hall. Spanish interpretation will be offered and refreshments will... Read more →

The 11th annual Fiesta of Hope is scheduled for Thursday, May 7th. The Mental Health Commission, which sponsors the Fiesta of Hope, plans to present six awards at the dinner. Candidates selected for consideration in each category come from the community. This is your opportunity to recognize and honor those... Read more →